I've been hoping for good weather all week. What a relief to wake up Sunday morning and see the sun, a nice day for The March of Dimes' March for Babies at Mahoney State Park. Channel Six was one of the sponsors of this year's event and what a turnout ! Thousands of families raised money to help prevent babies from being born too early.

As a family with premature twins and another child who thrived thanks to March of Dimes research, my husband and I consider it a true honor to be involved. We met so many wonderful people, and would love to hear about their experiences as well. I planned on posting a picture, but after remembering everyone's hats and gloves (just in case), Drew's stroller cover, Drew's diaper bag and food, and my script, any guesses what I forgot? Oh well, I'll have happy memories.

Now, onto an event taking place this Tuesday. Christ the King Ladies Guild is bringing Father Leo Patalinghug in for a luncheon and cooking demonstration. Father Leo is the author of a book you may have heard about, "Grace Before Meals". While Father Leo is a priest and Christ the King is a Catholic church, organizers stress this is a non-denominational event. It is all about bringing families back to the dinner table to connect. For more information, call Christ the King or check out Father Leo's website, gracebeforemeals.com

Tracy